The average of runs of a cricket player in 12 innings was 42. How many runs must he make in his next innings to increase his average by 2 runs?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 68.
Current average = 42
Total runs in 12 innings = 42 × 12 = 504
New average = 42 + 2 = 44
Total runs in 13 innings = 44 × 13 = 572
Runs needed in 13th innings = 572 - 504 = 68